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Full Closures Planned For Portion Of Sunrise Highway
Scheduled highway closures could cause delays for Long Island drivers in the coming days.In Suffolk County, all westbound lanes of Sunrise Highway (Route 27) are slated to close nightly in the town of Babylon beginning on Monday, July 22.From 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., lanes will close Monday, July 22, Tue…
Hempstead Councilman Christopher Carini Dies At Age 49
Nassau County resident and Hempstead Councilman Christopher Carini died at the age of 49 on Sunday, July 14, while on a family vacation in Florida, relatives confirmed. Ladder trucks from the Seaford and Wantagh fire departments draped an American flag as a hearse carrying his body drove through Seaford on Thursday, July 18.
'He loved his community' - Wake services held in Seaford for late Hempstead Town Councilman Carini
Family, friends and the community gathered at the Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home to celebrate the life of Carini, who died unexpectedly last Sunday at 49 while he visited family in Florida.
TOH Planning Board revokes approval of Halesite development
The Town of Huntington Planning Board rescinded preliminary approval for a development proposal in Halesite located at 78 Bay Ave. and 211 Vineyard Road. The developer, Vineyard Bay Estates LLC, proposed an eight-home subdivision to be built in on a 4-acre plot. The board approved the application in February and...
Dancing In The Street Returns To Downtown Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay’s “Dancing in the Street” returns this summer for its 13th season. The weekly street fair began on July 5 and will continue through August 16. This annual series is held by the Oyster Bay Main Street Association (OBMSA) and is free to the public. Dancing began on Friday, July 5 and will continue every Friday until mid-August. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will end at 9:30 p.m.
Town of Oyster Bay Opens New Tennis Courts at Haypath Park in Old Bethpage
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilman Lou Imbroto, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca and Tax Receiver Jeffrey Pravato announce that new tennis courts are now open at Haypath Park in Old Bethpage. The Town of Oyster Bay upgraded courts to ensure generations of residents to come will be able to enjoy a game of tennis at this beautiful park.
Deputy Minority Leader Drucker Celebrates Completion of Revitalized Alma Craib Memorial Garden
Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined the leaders of the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, his colleagues in government and the community for the rededication of the Alma Craib Memorial Garden on Tuesday, June 18. Established in 1972 by the Plainview Garden Club,...
Lynbrook man awarded with 2024 Legionnaire of the Year
Dennis Duffy was awarded with the 2024 to 2025 Nassau County Legionnaire of the Year. Duffy is a member of Lynbrook’s American Legion Post 335. The award was presented at the Nassau County Legions annual meeting in June. Joining Duffy in celebrating this award was Pat Alesio, Awards Committee member, Lynbrook Post 335 Commander Bill Marinaccio, and James Randle.
Remembering Councilman Chris Carini: Community members, elected officials weigh in on tremendous loss
Town Councilman Chris Carini, a familiar face to many in the Town of Hempstead and the 5th Councilmanic District, died unexpectedly on July 14, while visiting family in Florida. He was 49. The Republican, from Seaford, was first elected to the Town Board after former Councilwoman Erin King Sweeney dropped...
Recognizing Long Beach workers that don't get enough thanks
The Beach Maintenance crew is vital to the city’s operations all year round. The workers do so much and help so many people, but often don’t receive the thanks they deserve. The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce took notice, however, and after being on the receiving end of...
State education officials propose changes to high school graduation requirements
State education officials are considering changing high school graduation requirements, including potentially eliminating the Regents exam as a mandatory component. The changes, which would directly impact Freeport School District, were presented to the Board of Regents by the State Education Department on June 10. Currently, students in the state can...
PHOTOS: Music in the Park presents Toby Tobias Ensemble
Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé invited music lovers to join her at Silver Lake Park on Thursday, July 11 for the second installment of the 2024 “Music in the Park” series. The event was sponsored by Ridgewood Savings Bank and presented in partnership with the Baldwin Civic Association and Baldwin Historical Society, featuring the Toby Tobias Ensemble.
RVC kicks off Music on the Green summer concert series
The Village of Rockville Centre kicked off its annual Music on the Green concert series on July 10 with performances by two local musical acts — Sarah & Sofia and 2 Italian Dads. Deputy Mayor Kathy Baxley introduced the summer concert series about six years ago, with the goal...
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